Make your own Summer salad dressing

Summer has started and with it comes my Season for Salads. At the Farmers Market you can get the freshest lettuce and a large selection, the wild Arugula is one of my favorites. It is only during those months that we here in New York can enjoy that privilege. Any of you who live near a farm or grew up on one  know the pure joy of eating freshly picked produce. When you buy salad  greens do take care  to wash them thoroughly.
There is nothing worse than biting into gritty dirt. The next thing to remember is that salad should and always can, look appetizing.

And probably the most important item is your salad dressing. It is an easy task to make your own. I have experimented with all sorts of vinegars but have happily settled for organic Apple Cider.

Salad oils are more interesting and adventures matter. I generally use a light flavored oil such as Canola or Sunflower as a base. Then I add a small amount of more flavorful oil such as walnut oil, hazelnut oil or sesame oil depending on the salad.  My favorite is Flax Seed oil although expensive it is one of the healthiest oils you can have.

Onions are another important flavor ingredient that should not be overlooked. Thinly sliced scallions,
red onions, or Vidalia onions which are sweet. The easiest way to make the dressing is in a blender.

Basic Salad Dressing.

1/2 cup oil

2 tablespoons of your favorite oil

3 tablespoons Cider Vinegar

2 teaspoons honey

1 Tablespoon Maggi which is available in most Food Stores